MASERATI has launched extra particulars of its Project24 supersport scar this week, the mannequin mentioned to “increase the model’s limitless efficiency to a brand new degree”.
The non-homologated track-only automotive inherits a lot of its specs from the Maserati MC20 street automotive, its twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre Nettuno V6 bolstered to supply 740hp (552kW, up 82kW) to offer the 1250kg mannequin with “the right mixture of output and lightness”.
Mentioned to supply a power-to-weight ratio of 1.69kg/hp, the Project24 combines race-ready options reminiscent of a twin combustion and twin spark ignition system with double combustion management know-how, a dry sump, six-speed sequential racing gearbox with paddle shifters, a racing clutch and limited-slip self-locking mechanical differential.
The carbon-fibre physique contains high-performance aerodynamics – together with adjustable entrance and rear wings – LED headlights, an FIA-approved rain gentle, Lexan entrance and facet home windows, an FIA-homologated FT3 120-litre gasoline tank, FIA-spec hearth extinguisher, and an FIA-homologated security cage.
Designed by Centro Stile Maserati, the Maserati Project24 combines what its maker says is an revolutionary double wishbone suspension system – replete with adjustable dampers and anti-roll bars – with Brembo CCMR ventilated carbon-ceramic brakes, 18-inch centre-lock aluminium wheels, and slick tyres “tuned up for racing”.
Its carbon-fibre monocoque is even geared up with its personal on-board air jacks.
The 2-seat mannequin – which measures 2020mm extensive and 1220mm excessive – shall be bought with a novel vary of providers, together with “track-specific experiences and state-of-the-art help”, Maserati says.
Inside gear contains an adjustable racing pedal field and steering column, six-point harness, multi-function carbon-fibre steering wheel with built-in show, sprint and information acquisition system, air-conditioning and adjustable racing ABS and traction management.
The Maserati Porject24 is additional out there with choices together with racing seats, rear-view digital camera show, telemetry recording, in-car digital camera, driving efficiency optimisation show and tyre-pressure monitoring.
Pricing for the mannequin has not been suggested, although it’s possible a case of if you must ask, you’ll be able to’t afford it.
The Mission 24 is the second MC20-based variant to be launched by Maserati this 12 months.
Alongside the sold-out 470kW/730Nm coupe – which is priced from $438,000 earlier than on-road prices domestically – the Italian agency has additionally launched its MC20 Cielo convertible in Might, the road-going mannequin due in Australia in direction of the center of subsequent 12 months.
The Maserati MC20 Cielo options an electrically operated glass roof which might stow or deploy in 12 seconds and at speeds as much as 50km/h.
At 909mm lengthy and 615mm extensive, the glass roof is the biggest in its phase and contains Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal (PDLC) know-how that turns it from clear to opaque on the push of a button.
Maserati says the know-how operates comfortably between temperatures of -30°C and +85°C.
The Modena-based model additionally says the folding roof doesn’t influence baggage area and maintains the identical degree of thermal and sound insulation because the coupe.
Like all convertible variants, the MC20 Cielo options further bracing to help the open area of the retracted roof, including 65kg to the coupe’s kerb weight (1500kg).
Named for the Italian phrase for ‘sky’, the Cielo options a number of styling modifications over the MC20 coupe together with newly positioned air deflectors and engine air intakes, and re-sculpted B-pillars. It is usually the primary MC20 variant to incorporate autonomous emergency braking (AEB).
The Cielo may be optioned with a matte titanium engine cowl, varied diamond-cut alloy wheel designs, and model-specific Acquamarina paint along with a alternative of six normal colors: Bianco Audace (white), Blu Infinito (blue), Giallo Genio (yellow), Grigio Incognito (gray), Grigio Mistero (gray) and Ross Vincente (pink).
Different choices embody 360-degree parking cameras, blind-spot monitoring, rear parking sensors, reversing digital camera and visitors signal recognition.
